Wednesday 16 May 2012

A Hedonist's Guide to...




The Olympic Games
27 July – 12 August

If you haven’t heard that the Olympics are coming to London, you’ve probably been hiding in a rock or caged in a dungeon. For two weeks,  the world’s major athletes will be coming to fight for that flaming torch. No tickets? No worries. Pubs across the city will be showcasing the sporting events from weightlifting to water polo so you can still feel apart of the action wherever you go. Also taking place alongside, the London 2012 Festival is an exciting cultural celebration with exhibitions, dance performances and music festivals.


Diamond Jubilee
5 June

It’s been 60 years since Her Majesty took her throne as Queen. That’s six decades of ruling the roost so naturally, she gets to throw a big party and everyone’s invited. Royal lovers and those who lined up for The Royal Wedding will no doubt be chocking the block again to get a peek of the Royal Family at the St Paul’s Cathedral service and Processional Route appearance. Alongside this, the National Portrait Gallery and Victoria & Albert museum are each hosting exhibitions showcasing stunning photographs and portraits of Her Majesty. Be ready for tea, crumpets and Pimm’s, but of course.


Lovebox Weekender
15 - 17 June

Catch a glimpse of the Hackney and Shoreditch cool-kids in their natural habitat at this annual alternative music festival. Taking place in East London’s Victoria Park, this year’s line-up promises fist-pumping music from some of the biggest names on the music scene, including Hot Chip, Friendly Fires, Crystal Castles and Azari & III. Tents across the park hold shows from these top bands to the latest ‘underground’ DJs spinning decks. Alongside the freshest bass and beats, giant art installations and film-sets are scattered around the backdrop. This year will be the festival’s ten-year anniversary, making it a must for any hipster’s summer calendar.


World Pride 2012
7 July

Once again, this year sees World Pride come to the streets of London. For one day, the World Pride parade takes over London’s Oxford Circus and Soho areas. Gay, straight or anywhere in between, hundreds of thousands of people come to the capital to wave their rainbow flags and show off their pride along London’s busiest streets. Expect celebrity spotting, live music, club nights and lots of glitter.  Sitting alongside the Jubilee and the 2012 Games, this year’s parade is sure to be one of the biggest celebrations yet.

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